Tamborine Mountain - Hop on Hop off + Glow Worm Tour - From Brisbane
Gold Coast and Tamborine Mountain
About This Tour
Glow worms only exist in Australia and New Zealand so come on a fantastic journey with is to meet these small but brightly glowing creatures, Guaranteed sightings and time for morning tea and scenic lookouts throughout the National Park.
Swap Brisbane’s city streets for cool mountain air, rainforest views and a cave lit by thousands of tiny blue lights.
This full-day experience combines return transfers from Brisbane, unlimited hop on hop off access around Tamborine Mountain, and guaranteed entry to the Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves – all in one easy, relaxed day.
Tamborine Mountain sits in the Scenic Rim, around an hour from Brisbane, and is known for its national park rainforest, short walks, waterfalls, cellar doors, craft breweries and the boutique shops and cafés along Gallery Walk. You’ll have the flexibility to build your own itinerary using the local hop on hop off service, getting on and off as often as you like.
At your booked time, you’ll visit the purpose-built glow worm cave where a guide will lead you along the boardwalk and into the darkened cave to see thousands of glow worms glowing above you. The controlled environment means reliable sightings and a comfortable daytime experience.
Between stops, you can enjoy tastings at wineries and distilleries, explore Gallery Walk, take in the views at scenic lookouts or add optional attractions such as the Rainforest Skywalk (pre-booking recommended). At the end of the day, your return shuttle will take you back to Brisbane.
Highlights
Return transfers from Brisbane to Tamborine Mountain
Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain
Guaranteed entry to the Glow Worm Caves
Freedom to choose your own stops – wineries, breweries, distilleries, cafés, Gallery Walk and attractions
Scenic lookouts and photo stops around Tamborine Mountain
Travel in luxury, air-conditioned, eco-friendly vehicles
Friendly local driver/guide
Inclusions
Return transfer from Brisbane city to Tamborine Mountain
Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain
Pre-booked, guaranteed entrance to the Glow Worm Caves
Air-conditioned, luxury, eco-friendly vehicles
Local driver/guide
Scenic stops and basic commentary
Exclusions
Food and drinks
Wine, beer and spirit tastings
Venue entry fees (e.g. Rainforest Skywalk, other paid attractions) unless pre-booked
Purchases at shops, cafés and venues
Travel insurance
Itinerary / Itinerary Description
Brisbane Pickup
8:30 am – 110 Brookes St, Fortitude Valley
8:45 am – Brisbane Marriott, 1 Howard St, Brisbane City
9:00 am – Royal on the Park, 152 Alice St, Brisbane City
9:10 am – The Star Brisbane, 33–83 William St, Brisbane City (Main Entrance)
Relax on board as we travel towards Tamborine Mountain in the Scenic Rim.
Arrive Tamborine Mountain
On arrival, guests transfer to the local Hop On Hop Off service.
Winery Tour guests continue on their separate guided tour.
Hop On Hop Off guests are free to plan their own day.
Hop On Hop Off – Free Time on the Mountain
From approximately 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, guests can:
Visit participating wineries, breweries and distilleries
Explore cafés, restaurants and shops on Gallery Walk
Enjoy short walks, lookouts and other attractions
Join their pre-booked Glow Worm Cave tour at the allocated time
Guests simply let the driver know where they would like to be dropped off and can rejoin the next bus when ready to move on.
Glow Worm Caves
At your booked time, you will be dropped at the Glow Worm Caves for a guided tour through the rainforest boardwalk and into the purpose-built cave to see the glow worms.
Return to Brisbane
3:30 pm – Return shuttle departs Tamborine Mountain
Approximately 5:00 pm – Arrive back in Brisbane at your original pickup point
If an earlier departure is required, guests may be able to be dropped at Helensvale Train Station after lunch (subject to timing and availability), from where they can return independently to Brisbane or the Gold Coast.
Times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and conditions.
Additional Information
Departure Time: First pickup from Brisbane at 8:30 am
Return Time: Approx. 5:00 pm back in Brisbane
Duration: Full day (approx. 8.5–9 hours)
Fitness Level: Easy – walking is mostly optional and on formed paths
Family Friendly: Suitable for most ages; children must be supervised by an adult
What to Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light jacket or jumper (Tamborine Mountain can be cooler than Brisbane)
- Water bottle
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Camera or smartphone
Payment method for food, drinks, tastings and shopping
Important Notes:
- Glow Worm Cave times are pre-booked and cannot always be changed on the day.
- Some venues and attractions have limited capacity and may require advance bookings.
- Hop On Hop Off routing and participating venues are subject to change without notice.
Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be adjusted for safety.